NHL forecast: Seattle Kraken vs Minnesota Wild
Seattle Kraken
Minnesota WildSeattle host Minnesota at Climate Pledge Arena on October 24, seeking a third consecutive home win. The Wild are level on points with Central Division leaders Utah but arrive after two road defeats.
Seattle: scoring covers defensive leaks
Recent form and home response
The Kraken have won three of their last five, scoring 18 goals and conceding 20. Their two home victories produced nine goals after a three-game road stretch of one win and two defeats. The latest 5:3 win against Utah came despite Seattle conceding at least three goals for a fourth consecutive outing.
Strengths and pressure points
Seattle scored at least three in every game of that five-match sequence, and four finished above six total goals. Both teams scored in all five: Seattle's wins have depended on scoring rather than restricting opponents.
Personnel and defensive adjustments
Lane Lambert praised Brandon Montour's energy and described adjustments to close defensive gaps. Ty Nelson was recalled from Coachella Valley amid injuries on the blue line. Lambert said Jacob Melanson was doing well after his injury, leaving decisions to medical staff.
Confirmed lines, starting goalies, save percentages, special-teams rates and suspension updates are unavailable.
- Utah Mammothhome5:3
- Detroit Red Wingshome4:3
- Florida Panthersaway3:8
- Tampa Bay Lightningaway3:4
- Philadelphia Flyersaway3:2
Minnesota: road production has slipped
Results and the travel sequence
The Wild have two wins and three defeats in their last five, scoring 13 goals and conceding 16. All three away games ended in losses; both home games brought victories. Their current trip has taken them through Edmonton and Calgary before Seattle. Both teams last played on October 22.
Defensive baseline versus recent attack
Across 11 league games, Minnesota have scored 32 and allowed 27. Their last two outings yielded four goals combined, including one against Calgary. Two of their last five games finished below six total goals and three above it.
Absence and returning options
Max Shabanov is out with an upper-body injury. Nico Sturm has returned after a concussion and recorded his first point of the season by October 23. Jared Spurgeon and Olli Maatta were expected back that day after upper-body injuries, but their participation against Seattle is unconfirmed.
- Calgary Flamesaway1:2
- Edmonton Oilersaway3:4
- Columbus Blue Jacketshome2:1
- St. Louis Blueshome5:4
- Winnipeg Jetsaway2:5
The matchup history favours the Wild
Minnesota have won 11 of the 15 official meetings over five years, including the latest five by a combined 20:8. Across eight encounters, the teams averaged 6.5 combined goals, with five finishing above six. Minnesota also won all four visits to Seattle within that span.
- 08.04.2026Minnesota Wild5:2Seattle KrakenNHL
- 09.01.2026Seattle Kraken2:3Minnesota WildNHL
- 09.12.2025Seattle Kraken1:4Minnesota WildNHL
- 20.03.2025Minnesota Wild4:0Seattle KrakenNHL
- 05.03.2025Seattle Kraken3:4Minnesota WildNHL
Availability remains the main pregame check
No independent expert opinions are available. Final availability of Minnesota's returning players remains unresolved.
Our pick: Minnesota to win
Seattle Kraken host Minnesota Wild at Climate Pledge Arena in a Central Division matchup. The pick is W2 2.07. Minnesota have won 11 of 15 official meetings, including the last five by a combined 20:8. Seattle’s defensive depth is under pressure: Ty Nelson was recalled from the AHL after injuries on the blue line, and the coaching staff has adjusted its defensive coverage.
Seattle have won their last two home games, scoring 9 goals, but have conceded 20 in their last five matches. Minnesota have lost three of their last five and all three away games. Nico Sturm has returned, while Jared Spurgeon and Olly Määttä were due to return to action on October 23; their return was not confirmed. Max Shabanov remains unavailable. The market gives Minnesota a 45.9% chance of an away win, with support rising over the last 24 hours.
Conclusion
W2 2.07 is the selection. Minnesota’s 11 wins in 15 meetings, improved defensive options and Seattle’s 20 goals conceded in five games outweigh the Wild’s recent away defeats.
FAQ
When does Seattle Kraken — Minnesota Wild kick off?
The match starts on 24.10.2026 at 22:00 (New York), Climate Pledge Arena (Seattle).
What is the prediction for Seattle Kraken — Minnesota Wild?
Our pick is W2 at 2.07.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Seattle Kraken win — 32%, draw — 23%, Minnesota Wild win — 46%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Utah Mammothhome5:3
- Detroit Red Wingshome4:3
- Florida Panthersaway3:8
- Tampa Bay Lightningaway3:4
- Philadelphia Flyersaway3:2
- Calgary Flamesaway1:2
- Edmonton Oilersaway3:4
- Columbus Blue Jacketshome2:1
- St. Louis Blueshome5:4
- Winnipeg Jetsaway2:5
Standings · Western Conference
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Vegas Golden Knights | 12 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 46:36 | 16 |
| 3 | Seattle Kraken | 11 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 44:37 | 15 |
| 4 | Utah Mammoth | 11 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 41:36 | 14 |
| 5 | Minnesota Wild | 11 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 32:27 | 14 |
| 6 | Dallas Stars | 10 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 26:17 | 13 |
Head-to-head
- 08.04.2026Minnesota Wild5:2Seattle KrakenNHL
- 09.01.2026Seattle Kraken2:3Minnesota WildNHL
- 09.12.2025Seattle Kraken1:4Minnesota WildNHL
- 20.03.2025Minnesota Wild4:0Seattle KrakenNHL
- 05.03.2025Seattle Kraken3:4Minnesota WildNHL
About the match
- 24 October · 22:00 New York
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena (Seattle)
Odds
Odds updated 23.10 22:10
Visitors lead the market, without a majority share
In the regulation-time 1X2 market, Minnesota carry a 45.9% probability, Seattle 31.6% and the draw 22.5%. The away-win odds have shortened over 24 hours while the home-win odds have drifted.
At the six-goal total, Under holds a narrow 51.6% share and its odds have shortened. BTTS (both teams to score) stands at 87.2%, although support has eased. BTTS has stronger market support than Under, but it does not require a high-scoring game.
Our prediction
- Market
- W2
- Current odds
- 2.07
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 46%
- Market estimate
- 46%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 2.07
- Potential win
- 107 $
- Status
- pending
